Assistant Director- Daycare

Learning Care Group; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Learning Care Group in Mishawaka, Indiana is seeking an Assistant Director to ensure the safe and effective operation of the school. This role involves oversight of school functions alongside the School Director, promoting the social, physical, and intellectual growth of children.

Applicants should be at least 21 years old with a minimum of 2 years experience in a licensed child care facility, and an Associates degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred. The Assistant Director plays a vital role in fostering a caring and educational environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• At least 2 years of experience as an Assistant Director in a licensed child care facility.
• Meeting state educational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe and effective school operations in collaboration with the Director.
• Promote social, physical, and intellectual growth of children.
• Foster a caring and educational environment.

Skills

Child care knowledge

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Creative educational methods

Education

Associates degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

The Assistant Director is responsible for the safe, effective operation of the school with the School Director, to achieve Learning Care Group’s safety vision. In the Director’s absence, the Assistant Director has sole responsibility for the school. The Assistant Director assists in the promotion of the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children.

Our Assistant Directors are:

• Accountable! Ensure the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards.
• Responsible! Foster an educational, caring, safe environment for the children and parents.
• Creative! Spark imagination, build self-esteem, and help children discover new things each day.
• Positive! Promote the positive image of the company and play a major role in making the company a provider of choice for the communities we serve.
• Team-oriented! Recruit, select, and retain quality staff.
• Dedicated! Help achieve profitability for the company.

Job Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have at least 2 years of Assistant Director experience in a licensed child care facility.
• Associates degree in ECE or related field is preferred.
• Must meet state requirements for education and our center/school requirements.

About Learning Care Group:

What we do is who we are. Simply put, we care. (It’s right there in the name.) We strive to make a positive impact on every child, their families, and the communities we serve every day. That’s where you come in. Be an expert in early education and child care, and lead the way to a brighter future—theirs, and yours. Share your talents and discover your potential as we achieve our goal to drive learning innovations, be a champion for children, and move education forward. You provide the spark that lights their path. And ignites your career.We invite you to be part of our story—and to start crafting your own.